SAMSUNG VP-DC565WB User Manual

DVD+ReWritable

DVD+R DL

DVD Camcorder

VP-DC563(i)/DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i)

Auto Focus

AF

Charge Coupled Device

CCD

Liquid Crystal Display

LCD

Owner’s Instruction Book

Before operating the unit, please read this Instruction Book
thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.

This product meets the intent of
Directive 89/336 CEE, 73/23 CEE, 93/68 CEE.

Use only approved battery packs.
Otherwise, there is a danger of overheating, fire or explosion.
Samsung is not responsible for problems occurring due to
using unapproved batteries.

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Contents

Notes and Safety Instructions ..............................6

Getting to Know Your

Features ................................................................................ 9

Usable Discs ....................................................................... 10

Disc Type Description ...........................................................11

How to use the DVD Camcorder easily ............................... 12

Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder ................. 13

Front & Left View ................................................................. 14

Left Side View ...................................................................... 15

Right & Top View ................................................................. 16

Rear & Bottom View ............................................................ 17

Remote Control ................................................................... 18

Preparation ...........................................................19

Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover ................................... 19

Lithium Battery Installation .................................................. 20

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack ..................................... 21

Connecting a Power Source ................................................ 25

About the Operating Modes ................................................ 26

Using the Joystick ............................................................... 26

Using the QUICK MENU ..................................................... 27

OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera Mode/Player Mode .. 28
OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off ..................... 29

DVD Camcorder ................9

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting .................30

Setting the Clock (Clock Set) .............................................. 30

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)

Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound) ............................... 32

Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound) ........................ 33

Selecting the OSD Language (Language) .......................... 34

Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration) ....................... 35

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Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting .................36

Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Colour) .......... 36

Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time) ................................. 37

DVD Camcorder: Before Recording ...................38

Using the Viewfinder ............................................................ 38

Various Recording Techniques ............................................ 39

Inserting and Removing a Disc ........................................... 40

Selecting the Record Mode (Rec Mode) ............................. 42

DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording .....................43

Making your First Recording ............................................... 43

Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode) ........... 44

Using External Microphone ................................................. 45

Zooming In and Out ............................................................. 45

Using the Fade In and Out (FADE) ..................................... 46

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC) ..................... 47

Using the Color Nite ............................................................ 48

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording ..............49

Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut) ...................................... 49

Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure) .. 50

Auto Focus / Manual Focus ................................................. 51

Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE) .... 52

Setting the White Balance (White Balance) ........................ 54

Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect) ................................ 56

Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide) ............................ 58

Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS) ............................ 59

Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom) ........ 60

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DVD Camcorder: Playlist .....................................68

Creating a New Playlist (New Playlist) ............................... 68

Playing the Playlist ............................................................. 69

Deleting a Playlist (Delete) ................................................. 70

Adding Scenes to Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add) ..................... 71

Changing the Order of Scene Playing within a Playlist

(Edit Playlist-Move) ............................................................ 72

Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete) ........... 73

Deleting a Section of a Playlist

(Edit Playlist - Partial Delete) .............................................. 74

DVD Camcorder: Thumbnail index and Playlist ..61

What is the thumbnail index? .............................................. 61

What’s a Playlist? ............................................................... 61

DVD Camcorder ....................................................62

Playing title scenes .............................................................. 62

Adjusting the Volume .......................................................... 62

Various Functions while in Player Mode ............................. 63

Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM) ............................... 65

Deleting a Title Scene (Delete) ........................................... 66

Deleting a Section of a Title Scene (Partial Delete) ........... 67

DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager ..........................76

Disc Information (Disc Info) ................................................ 76

Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename) ........................ 77

Formatting a Disc (Disc Format) ......................................... 78

Finalising a Disc (Disc Finalize) ......................................... 79

Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive ................................. 80

Playing back a finalised disc on a DVD Player/Recorder ... 80

Unfinalising a Disc (Disc Unfinalize) ................................... 81

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DVD Camcorder: Connection ..............................82

Setting the AV In/Out

(VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/DC565WBi only) ............................. 82

Viewing Recordings on TV .................................................. 83

Copying a DISC on to a video tape ..................................... 85

Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or Video Tape

onto a Disc (VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/DC565WBi only) .......... 86

PictBridge™ ........................................................105

Printing Your Pictures-Using the PictBridge™ ................... 105

Connecting To a Printer (USB Connect) ...................... 105

Setting the Number of Prints ........................................ 106

Setting the Date/Time Imprint Option ........................... 106

Printing Images ............................................................ 106

Canceling the Printing .................................................. 106

Digital Still Camera Mode ...................................87

Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card)

(not supplied) ....................................................................... 87

Memory Card Functions ................................................ 87

Inserting a Memory Card ............................................... 87

Ejecting a Memory Card ................................................ 87

Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card ........... 88

Selecting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality) ........................ 89

Selecting the Photo Size (Photo Size) ................................ 90

Setting the File Number (File No.) ....................................... 91

Using the Built-In Flash ....................................................... 92

Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on a Memory Card .............. 93

Viewing Photo Images (JPEG) ............................................ 94

Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect) ...................... 96

Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete) .......... 97

Formatting the Memory Card (Format) ................................ 99

Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card

Playing Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card ........ 101

Recording Still images onto a Memory Card during

DVD playback ................................................................... 102

Marking Images for Printing (Print Mark) ........................... 103

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USB Interface ......................................................107

Using USB Interface .......................................................... 107

Selecting the USB Device (USB Connect) ........................ 109

Installing DV Media PRO Program .....................................110

Ulead Video Studio ............................................................. 111

Connecting to a PC ............................................................112

Disconnecting the USB Cable ......................................112

Using the PC Camera Function ....................................113

Using the USB Streaming Function ..............................114

Using the removable Disk Function ..............................114

Maintenance .......................................................115

Using Your DVD Camcorder Abroad ..................................115

Contents

Troubleshooting ................................................. 116

Troubleshooting ..................................................................116

Setting menu items ............................................................ 121

Specifications .....................................................123

Index ....................................................................124

Power Sources (United Kingdom Only) ...........125

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding the Rotation of the LCD Screen

Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as illustrated.
Over-rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge
that connects the LCD Screen to the DVD Camcorder.

1. Open the LCD Screen 90 degrees with your finger.

2. Rotate it to the best angle to record or play.

If you rotate the LCD Screen 180 degrees to the lens

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side, you can close the LCD Screen with it facing out.
This is convenient during playback operations.

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Note

Refer to page 36 to adjust brightness and colour of the LCD Screen.

Notes regarding the LCD Screen, Viewfinder, Lens

1. Direct sunlight can damage the LCD Screen, the inside of the Viewfinder or the Lens. Take pictures of the sun only in low

light conditions, such as at dusk.

2. The LCD Screen has been manufactured using high

precision technology.

However, there may be tiny dots (red, blue or green in

colour) that appear on the LCD Screen. These dots are

normal and do not affect the recorded picture in any way.

3. Do not pick up the DVD Camcorder by holding the

Viewfinder, LCD Screen or Battery Pack.

4. Applying excessive force to the Viewfinder may damage it.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding Disc Cleaning and Handling

Take care not to touch the recording side (the rainbow coloured side) of the disc with your

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fingers. Discs contaminated by fingerprints or foreign substances may not play properly.

Use a soft cloth to clean the disc.

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Clean lightly from the centre of a disc to the outside edge. Circling or cleaning too hard

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may create scratches on the disc and further cause the disc to play abnormally.

Do not use benzene, thinner, detergent, alcohol or anti-static spray when cleaning the disc.

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It may cause a malfunction.

Press the supporting holder in the centre of the disc case for easy removal of the disc.

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Handle discs by the edges and the centre hole to avoid finger marks on the recording side.

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Do not bend or apply heat to the disc.

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Always store discs vertically in their plastic cases when not in use.

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Store discs away from direct sunlight, heating elements, moisture or dust.

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Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)

(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)

This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of
its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this
from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.Household users should
contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office, for details of where and how they can
take this item for environmentally safe recycling. Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of
the purchase contract. This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

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Notes and Safety Instructions

Notes regarding DVD Camcorder

Do not leave the DVD Camcorder exposed to high temperatures (above 60 °C or 140 °F).

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For example, in a parked car in the sun or exposed to direct sunlight.

Do not let the DVD Camcorder get wet. Keep the DVD Camcorder away from rain, sea water, and any other form of

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moisture.

The DVD Camcorder may get damaged if it gets wet. Sometimes a malfunction due to exposure to liquids cannot be

repaired.

A sudden rise in atmospheric temperature may cause condensation to form inside the DVD Camcorder.

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- When you move the DVD Camcorder from a cold location to a warm location (e.g. from outside to inside during the
winter.)

- When you move the DVD Camcorder from a cool location to a hot location (e.g. from inside to outside during the
summer.)

To disconnect the apparatus from the mains, the plug must be pulled out from the mains socket, therefore the mains plug

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shall be readily operable.

Notices regarding Copyright (VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/DC565WBi only)

Television programmes, video tapes, DVD titles, films, and other programme materials may be copyrighted.
Unauthorized copying of copyrighted material may be against the law.
All the trade names and registered trademarks mentioned in this manual or other documentation provided with your Samsung
product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Servicing & Replacement Parts

Do not attempt to service this DVD Camcorder yourself.

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Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.

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Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the

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manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Features

DVD Disc Camcorder

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DVD-VIDEO Recording with 8cm DVD-RW/+RW/-R/
+R DL(Dual Layer) discs.

High Power Zoom Lens

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Offers you High Power Zoom Lens with 26x Zoom Lens.

USB Interface for Digital Image Data Transfer

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You can transfer images to a PC using the USB interface
without an add-on card.

Photo Capture

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The Photo Capture function lets you capture the scene
you want while the disc is in play, and save as a still
image on a Memory Card.

1200x Digital Zoom

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Allows you to magnify an image up to 1200 times its
original size.

Colour TFT LCD

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A high-resolution colour TFT LCD gives you clean, sharp
images as well as the ability to review your recordings
immediately. Also 2.7 inches Wide LCD.
(VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) only)

Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

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The DIS compensates for any handshake, reducing
unstable images, particularly at high magnification.

Various Digital Effects

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Back Light Compensation (BLC)

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Program AE

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Digital Still Camera Function

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Moving Image Recording

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Multi Memory Card Slot

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Multi OSD Language

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The Digital Effects allow you to give your recordings a
special look.

The BLC function compensates for the bright background
behind a subject you’re recording.

The Program AE enables you to alter the shutter speed
and aperture to suit the type of scene/action to be
recorded.

- Using a Memory Card, you can easily record and
playback standard photo images.

- You can transfer standard photo images on a Memory
Card to your PC using the USB interface.

Moving image recording makes it possible to record video
onto a Memory Card.

Multi Memory Card slot that is compatible with Memory
Stick (Duo), Memory Stick PRO, MMC and SD.

You can select the desired OSD language from OSD list.

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DVD+ReWritable

DVD+R DL

Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Usable Discs

Usable discs and logos

DVD-R / DVD-RW (8cm)

DVD+RW (8cm)

DVD+R DL (Dual Layer) (8cm)

Unusable discs

You may not use 12cm CD/DVD discs.

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Unusable 8cm discs

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- CD

- CD-R

- CD-RW

- DVD-ROM

- DVD+R (Single Layer)

- DVD-RAM

- DVD-R(Dual Layer)
Floppy Disk, MO, MD, iD, LD

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Notes

We are not responsible for data loss on a disc.

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You may not be able to play discs recorded from a PC or DVD recorder. When such a case occurs, the message,

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Bad Disc! may be displayed.
We do not warranty any damage or loss incurred due to recording and playback failure caused by disc or card malfunction.

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We take no responsibility and offer no compensation for any recording failure, loss of recorded or edited material and/or

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damage to the recorder arising from the misuse of discs.

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Disc Type Description

Disc Type DVD-R (8cm) DVD+R DL (8cm) DVD-RW (8cm) DVD+RW (8cm)

Mode – – VR (Video Recording) Video –

Capacity 1.4G 2.6G 1.4G 1.4G 1.4G

Formatting a new disc

Recording page 43 O O O O O

Rewrite X X O O O

Playback on other DVD Players
(Finalize) page 80

Playback on other DVD Recorders  page 80 O O O O O

Additional recording after finalisation (Unfinalize)

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Editing page 71 X X O X X

Reusing a disc by formatting  (Format) page 78 X X O O O

You must format a new disc before recording on it.

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When loading a DVD-RW disc you must format it in Video or VR mode.

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When loading a DVD+RW disc you must format it.

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We cannot guarantee that you will be able to play back in all other manufacturer’s DVD Camcorders, DVD Players/

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page 41 Auto Auto O

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O O X O O

X X O O –

Recorders, or PC’s. For compatibility information, please refer to the manual of the device you wish to play back on.

Discs must be finalised before they can be played on standard DVD Players/Recorders.

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Refer to the page 12 for Finalised disc compatibility.

You can play back DVD+RW discs on DVD Players/Recorders without finalising them.

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DVD+RW discs do not need to be Finalised/Unfinalised.

When formatting a recorded disc, the data recorded on the disc is deleted and disc capacity is restored, enabling you to

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re-use the disc.

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O: possible / X: not possible / -: not needed

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O

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

How to use the DVD Camcorder easily

You can record any desired image and edit and playback the disc on a DVD Camcorder, most DVD players, and PCs after
finalising the disc.

Step 1 Inserting and Formatting a Disc

Selecting the desired disc and disc formatting page 41

Step 2 Recording the Desired Image

Step 3 Editing Recorded Images

You may edit only in DVD-RW (VR Mode).

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Step 4 Finalising a Disc

- Discs must be finalised before they can be played on standard
DVD Players/Recorders.

- You may play back DVD+RW discs on other devices without
finalising them.

Step 5 Playback on a DVD Camcorder, DVD Player/Recorder, or PC

DVD-RW(VR mode): You may play back only on DVD Recorders
that support DVD-RW VR mode.

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Playing the finalised disc

Disc Type Mode Player/Recorder

DVD-R/+R DL - DVD Player, DVD Recorder

DVD-RW

Playback is not guaranteed in all DVD Players/Recorders.

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For compatibility details, refer to your DVD Players/
Recorder’s owner’s manual.

You can play back DVD+RW discs on other DVD Players/

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Recorders without finalising them.

Video DVD Player, DVD Recorder

DVD Recorder that supports

VR

DVD-RW VR mode.

Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Accessories Supplied with the DVD Camcorder

Make sure that the following basic accessories are supplied with your DVD Camcorder.

Basic Accessories

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SB-LSM80)

2. AC Power Adapter (AA-E8 TYPE)

3. AC Cord

4. Multi-AV Cable

5. Instruction Book

6. Lithium Batteries for Remote Control and Clock.
(TYPE: CR2025)

7. Remote Control

8. USB Cable

9. Software CD (DV Media PRO, Ulead Video Studio)

10. Lens Cover

11. Lens Cover Strap

Optional Accessories

12. 8cm DVD-RW Disc

13. Carrying Case

Note

Parts and accessories are available at your local
Samsung dealer.

1. Lithium Ion Battery Pack
(SB-LSM80)

4. Multi-AV Cable 5. Instruction Book

7. Remote Control 8. USB Cable 9. Software CD

10. Lens Cover 11. Lens Cover Strap 12. 8cm DVD-RW Disc

13. Carrying Case

2. AC Power Adapter
(AA-E8 TYPE)

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3. AC Cord

6. Lithium Batteries (CR2025)

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Front & Left View

1. ACCESS Indicator

2. OPEN Switch

3. Lens

4. Built-In Flash

5. Remote Sensor

6. Internal MIC

1. ACCESS Indicator page 40

2. OPEN Switch

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3. Lens

4. Built-In Flash

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5. Remote Sensor

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7. QUICK MENU Button

8. Joystick (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK)

9. EASY.Q Button

10. TFT LCD Screen

6. Internal MIC

7. QUICK MENU Button

8. Joystick (Up/Down/Left/Right/OK)

9. EASY.Q Button

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10. TFT LCD Screen

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Left Side View

1. MENU Button

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2. DISPLAY Button

3. Mode Switch (DISC/CARD)

4. Built-In Speaker

5. MF/AF/MULTI DISP. Button

6. C.NITE/

1. MENU Button

2. DISPLAY Button

3. Mode Switch (DISC/CARD)

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4. Built-In Speaker

5. MF/AF/MULTI DISP. Button

6. C.NITE/

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7. Charging Indicator

8. Jack Cover

9. USB Jack

10. Multi cable Jack

11. DC IN Jack

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12. VOL (-/+) Button

13. Function Buttons

Mode

Button

<Player Mode> <Camera Mode>

Backward Search/











Skip

Forward Search/

Skip

Play/Still FADE

Stop BLC - Stop

7. Charging Indicator

8. Jack Cover

9. USB Jack

10. Multi cable Jack

11. DC IN Jack

12. VOL (-/+) Button

13. Function Buttons (below)

M.Player Mode : Memory Player Mode

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<M.Player Mode>

Photo image Moving image

Backward

-

- Forward Skip

S.SHOW

(SLIDE SHOW)

Skip

Backward

Search

Forward

Search

Play/Still

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Right & Top View

2. Focus Adjustment Knob

7. Zoom Lever1. PHOTO Button

3. Viewfinder

4. External MIC Jack

5. Power Switch

6. Start/Stop Button

1. PHOTO Button page 93

2. Focus Adjustment Knob

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3. Viewfinder

4. External MIC Jack

5. Power Switch (ON/OFF/ (Camera)/ (Player))

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8. Disc Cover

9. Hand Strap

6. Start/Stop Button

7. Zoom Lever

8. Disc Cover

9. Hand Strap

Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Rear & Bottom View

2. Tripod Receptacle

1. Lithium Battery Cover

5. Hand Strap Hook

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3. MULTI CARD SLOT

4. Battery Release switch

1. Lithium Battery Cover

2. Tripod Receptacle

3. MULTI CARD SLOT

4. Battery Release switch

5. Hand Strap Hook

Usable Memory Cards

SD MMC

Memory Stick

Memory Stick PRO

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Getting to Know Your DVD Camcorder

Remote Control

1. START/STOP

2. DISPLAY

3. /(Skip)

4.  (Stop)

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5.

(Play/Still)

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6. MENU

7. Up( )/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK

1. START/STOP

2. DISPLAY

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3. /(Skip)

4.  (Stop)

5.

(Play/Still)

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

6. MENU

7. Up(

)/Down( )/Left( )/Right( )/OK

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8. PHOTO

9. W/T (Zoom)

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10. /(Search)

11. | (Slow)

12. Q-MENU

8. PHOTO

9. W/T (Zoom)

10. /(Search)

11. | (Slow)

12. Q-MENU

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Preparation

Using the Hand Strap & Lens Cover

It is very important to ensure that the Hand Strap has been correctly adjusted before you begin your recording.
The Hand Strap enables you to:

- Hold the DVD Camcorder in a stable, comfortable position.

- Press the [Zoom] lever and [Start/Stop] button without having to change the position of your hand.

Hand Strap

1. Pull and open the Hand Strap and release the Hand Strap.
Insert the Hand Strap into the Hand Strap Hook.

2. Insert your hand into the Hand Strap and adjust its length.

3. Close the Hand Strap.

Lens Cover

1. Hook up the Lens Cover with the Lens Cover Strap as illustrated.

2. Pull and open the Hand Strap and release the Hand Strap.

3. Hook up the Lens Cover Strap to the Hand Strap and adjust it following
the steps as described for the Hand Strap.

4. Close the Hand Strap.

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Installing the Lens Cover after Operation

Press buttons on both sides of the Lens Cover, then insert it so it covers the
DVD Camcorder Lens.

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3

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Preparation

Lithium Battery Installation

Lithium Battery Installation for the Internal Clock

1. Remove the Battery Pack from the rear of the DVD Camcorder.

2. Open the Lithium Battery Cover on the rear of the DVD Camcorder.

3. Position the Lithium Battery in the Lithium Battery Holder, with the
positive (+) terminal face up.
Be careful not to reverse the polarity of the Battery.

4. Close the Lithium Battery Cover.

Installing the Lithium Battery in the Remote Control

1. Turn the battery holder counterclockwise (as indicated with [ ] mark),
using your fingernail or a coin to open it. The battery holder opens.

2. Insert the battery with the positive (+) terminal face down and press it
firmly until you hear locking sound.

3. Place the battery holder to match its [
remote control, and turn the battery holder clockwise to fix it.

] mark with the [] mark on the

Precautions regarding the Lithium Battery

1. The Lithium Battery maintains the clock function and preset contents of the memory; even if the Battery Pack or AC Power
adapter is removed.

2. The Lithium Battery for the DVD Camcorder lasts about 6 months under normal operation from time of installation.

3. When the Lithium Battery becomes weak or dead, the date/time indicator will display 00:00 01.JAN.2006 when you set the
Date/Time to On. When this occurs, replace the Lithium Battery with a new one (type CR2025).

4. There is a danger of explosion if Lithium Battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

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Battery
Holder

Warning: Keep the Lithium Battery out of reach of children. Should a battery be swallowed, consult a doctor
immediately.

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Preparation

Using the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

Use SB-LSM80 or SB-LSM160 (not supplied) Battery Pack only.

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The Battery Pack may be charged a little at the time of purchase.

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Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

1. Turn the [Power] switch to [Off].

2. Attach the Battery Pack to the DVD Camcorder.

3. Connect the AC Power Adapter to an AC Cord and connect the AC
Cord to a wall socket.

4. Open the LCD Screen and Jack Cover.

5. Connect the DC cable to the DC IN jack on the DVD Camcorder.
The charging indicator will start to blink, showing that the Battery is
charging.

6. When the Battery is fully charged, disconnect the Battery Pack and
the AC Power Adapter from the DVD Camcorder. Even with the
power switched off, the Battery Pack will still discharge.

Blinking time Charging rate

Once per second Less than 50%
Twice per second 50% ~ 75%
Three times per second 75% ~ 90%
Blinking stops and stays on 90% ~ 100%
On for a second and off for a

second

Error - Reset the Battery Pack and
the DC Cable

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Power Switch

5

<Charging indicator>

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Preparation

Charging, Recording Times based on Battery Type

If you close the LCD Screen, it switches off and the Viewfinder switches on automatically.

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The continuous recording times given in the table below are approximations.

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Actual recording time depends on usage.
The continuous recording times in the operating instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F

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(25 °C).
Even when the power is switched off, the Battery Pack will still discharge if it is left attached to the device.

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Battery Type SB-LSM80 SB-LSM160 (not supplied)

Charging time Approx.1hr 20min Approx. 3hr

Mode Continuous recording time Playback time Mode Continuous recording time Playback time

LCD ON

Viewfinder

LCD ON

Viewfinder

LCD ON

Viewfinder

The amount of continuous recording time available depends on;

- The type and capacity of the Battery Pack you are using.

- Ambient temperature.

- How often the Zoom function is used.

- Type of use (DVD Camcorder/Camera/With LCD Screen etc.).
It is recommended that you have several batteries available.

XP Approx. 45min Approx. 1hr XP Approx. 1hr 25min Approx. 1hr 40min

SP Approx. 50min Approx. 1hr 5min SP Approx. 1hr 35min Approx. 1hr 50min

LP Approx. 55min Approx. 1hr 10min LP Approx. 1hr 45min Approx. 2hr

Measured times shown above are based on model VP-DC563.



(Times for VP-DC563i/DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) are almost the same)

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Battery Level Display

The battery level display indicates the amount of power remaining in the Battery Pack.
a. Fully charged
b. 20~40% used
c. 40~80% used
d. 80~95% used (red)
e. Completely used (Blinking)

(The DVD Camcorder will turn off soon, change the battery as soon as possible.)

The Finalise/Format functions are not available at battery level ‘d’ and ‘e’.

At battery level ‘e’



The battery becomes low in capacity and the < > indicator blinks on the display.
The screen will turn blue when the battery is almost completely discharged.

Battery Pack Management

The Battery Pack should be recharged in an environment between 32 °F (0 °C) and 104 °F (40 °C).



The Battery Pack should never be charged in a room with a temperature that is below 32 °F (0 °C).



The life and capacity of the Battery Pack will be reduced if it is used in temperatures below 32 °F (0 °C) or left in



temperatures above 104 °F (40 °C) for a long period of time, even when it is fully recharged.
Do not put the Battery Pack near any heat source (i.e. fire or a heater).



Do not disassemble, apply pressure to, or heat the Battery Pack.



Do not allow the + and – terminals of the Battery Pack to be short-circuited. It may cause leakage, heat generation, induce



overheating or fire.

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Preparation

Maintaining the Battery Pack

Please refer to the Table on page 22 for approximate continuous recording time.



The recording time is affected by temperature and environmental conditions.



The recording time shortens dramatically in a cold environment. The continuous recording times in the operating



instructions are measured using a fully charged Battery Pack at 77 °F (25 ° C). The remaining battery time may differ from
the approximate continuous recording times given in the instructions.
When replacing the battery pack, only use the same type as is supplied with this camcorder and is available from your



SAMSUNG retailer.
When the Battery reaches the end of its life, please contact your local dealer.
The batteries have to be dealt with as chemical waste.
Make sure that the Battery Pack is fully charged before starting to record.



A brand new Battery Pack is not charged. Before using the Battery Pack, you need to charge it completely.



Fully discharging a Lithium Ion Battery damages the internal cells.



The Battery Pack may be prone to leakage when fully discharged.
To preserve battery power, keep your DVD Camcorder turned off when you are not operating it.



If your DVD Camcorder is in Camera Mode, and it is left in STBY mode without being operated for more than 5 minutes



with a disc inserted, it will automatically turn itself off to protect against unnecessary battery discharge.
Make sure that the Battery Pack is fitted firmly into place.



Do not drop the Battery Pack. Dropping the Battery Pack may damage it.

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Connecting a Power Source

There are two types of power source that can be connected to your DVD Camcorder.



- The AC Power adapter and AC Cord: used for indoor recording.

- The Battery Pack: used for outdoor recording.

Using a Household Power Source

Connect to a household power source to use the DVD Camcorder without having to worry about the battery power.
You can keep the Battery Pack attached; the battery power will not be consumed.

1. Connect the AC Power adapter (AA-E8 Type) to the
AC Cord.

2. Connect the AC Cord to a wall socket.
The plug and wall socket type may differ according to
your resident country.

3. Open the LCD Screen and Jack Cover.

4. Connect the DC cable to the DC IN jack of the DVD
Camcorder.

5. Set the DVD Camcorder to each mode by holding
down the Green Tab on the [Power] switch and turning
it to [On] or [Off].

Power Switch

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About the Operating Modes

The operating modes are determined by the position of the [Power] and [Mode] switches.



Set the Operation Mode by adjusting the [Power] and [Mode] switches before operating any functions.



Each time you move the [Power] switch downward, it toggles between [ (Camera)] and [ (Player)] mode.



Mode Name <Camera Mode> <Player Mode> <M.Cam Mode> <M.Player Mode>

[Power] Switch

[Mode] Switch

M.Cam Mode : Memory Camera Mode / M.Player Mode : Memory Player Mode



Using the Joystick

The Joystick is used to make a selection and to move the cursor left, right, up and



down. Using the Joystick, you can easily make your selection and navigate the menu.

1. Move to a previous menu item / Adjust the selected item (to the left).

2. Move to a sub menu item / Adjust the selected item (to the right).

3. Move to a lower menu item.

4. Move to an upper menu item.

5. Press to select the chosen item.

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Using the QUICK MENU

QUICK MENU is used to access DVD Camcorder functions by using the [QUICK MENU] button.



QUICK MENU provides easier access to frequently used menus without using the [MENU] button.



Functions available using the QUICK MENU are as below:

DIS
Program AE

<Camera Mode>

<Player Mode>

<M.Cam Mode>

<M.Player Mode>

White Balance
Digital Effect
Shutter
Exposure

Delete
Partial Delete

New Playlist
Delete
Edit Playlist

Photo Size
White Balance
Photo Quality
Exposure

Delete
Delete All
Protect
Print Mark
Format

For example: Setting the White Balance

1. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.
The quick menu list will appear.



2. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <White Balance>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

3. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select desired mode (Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, or

Custom WB), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

4. To exit, press the [

QUICK MENU

] button.

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pages 52~53

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page 54

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page 56

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page 50

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page 50

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page 66

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page 67

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page 68

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page 70

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pages 71~75

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page 90

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page 54

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page 89

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page 50

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page 97

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page 98

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page 96

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page 103

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page 99

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DIS

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
Shutter
Exposure

Q.MENU

DIS
Program AE

White Balance

Digital Effect
Shutter
Exposure

Q.MENU

<When the White Balance option in

Off

Exit

STBY

Outdoor

Exit

SP

STBY

Camera mode was selected.>

VR

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Preparation

OSD (On Screen Display) in Camera Mode/Player Mode

1. Battery Level page 23

2. Manual focus
EASY.Q page 44

page 51





3. DIS page 59

4. Program AE

5. White Balance Mode
page 54



6. Digital Effects Mode
page 56



16:9 Wide

7. Shutter Speed

8. Exposure page 50

page 52

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page 58

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

page 50

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9. Date/Time page 37

10. Color Nite

page 48

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

11. USB page 109

12. Remote

13. Wind Cut

page 31



page 49



14. BLC (Back Light

Compensation) page 47

15. Title Scene Number

16. Disc Format

page 78



17. Disc Type

18. Counter

19. Remaining Time

20. Record Mode

page 42

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

21. Operating Mode

22. Zoom Position
Digital Zoom Position

page 60



23. PB ZOOM

24. Message Line page 116

25. Volume Control

26. AV IN



(VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/
DC565WBi only)

27. Playback Speed



Notes

Functions not marked with 



will be retained when the DVD
Camcorder is powered on after
turning it off.
OSD (On Screen Display) items



shown here are based on model
VP-DC563.



page 65

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page 82 



page 45



page 62

page 63

OSD in Camera Mode

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Preparation

OSD (On Screen Display) in M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode

1. Photo Quality page 89

2. Photo Size

3. Flash Mode

page 90



page 92



4. CARD (Memory Card) Indicator

5. Image Counter (Total number of
recordable photo images)

6. Slide Show

7. Erase Protection Indicator

page 96



8. Print Mark

page 95



page 103



9. Folder Number-File Number

page 88



File number of the moving image

10. Image Counter (Current Image/Total number of recorded images)

Turning the OSD (On Screen Display) On/Off

Turning OSD On/Off

Press the [DISPLAY] button on the left side control panel.

Each press of the button toggles the OSD function on and off.



Turning the Date/Time On/Off

To turn the Date/Time on or off, access the menu and change the Date/Time mode. page 37

OSD in M.Cam Mode

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2

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Setting the Clock (Clock Set)

Clock setup works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



The date/time is automatically recorded onto a disc. Before recording, please set the date/time.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Move the

6. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].
[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
[Joystick] up or down to select <Clock Set>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The day will be highlighted first.



[Joystick] up or down to set current day, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The month will be highlighted.



To adjust the clock, select the Year, Month, Day, Hour, or Min by pressing the



[Joystick(OK)], then move the [Joystick] up or down to set respective values.

7. You can set the month, year, hour, and minute following the same procedure after

setting the day.

8. Press the



9. To exit, press the

[Joystick(OK)] after setting minute.

A message <Complete!> is displayed.

[MENU] button.

Notes

After the Lithium Battery loses its charge (after about 6 months), the date/time appears



on the screen as 00:00 01.JAN.2006.
You can set the year up to 2040.



If the Lithium Battery is not installed, data inputted will not be backed up.



4

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Move OK Select

5

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set

Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Adjust OK Select

8

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set

Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Move OK Select

►On
►On
►English
►On

MENU

01 JAN 2006

12 : 00

MENU

01 JAN 2006

12 : 00

Complete!

MENU

Exit

Exit

Exit

Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Setting the Wireless Remote Control Acceptance (Remote)

The Remote function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



The Remote function allows you to enable or disable the remote control for use with the DVD Camcorder.



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1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Remote>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Note

If you set the Remote to Off in the menu and try to use it, the remote control icon ( ) will
blink for 3 seconds on the LCD Screen and then disappear.

4

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Move OK Select

6

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set

Remote

Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Move OK Select

►On
►On
►English
►On

MENU

Off
On

MENU

Exit

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Setting the Beep Sound (Beep Sound)

The Beep Sound function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



You can turn the Beep Sound on or off, when on, each press of a button sounds a beep.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Beep Sound>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

4

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Move OK Select

6

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote

Beep Sound

Language
Demonstration

Move OK Select

►On
►On
►English
►On

MENU

Off
On

MENU

Exit

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Setting the Shutter Sound (Shutter Sound)

The Shutter Sound function works only in M.Cam Mode. page 26



You can turn the Shutter Sound on or off, when on, with each press of the [PHOTO] button the Shutter will sound.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Shutter Sound>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <On> or <Off>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Note

If Beep Sound is set to Off, you will not hear the shutter sound even if it is set to On.

4

M.Cam Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Shutter Sound
Language

Move OK Select

6

M.Cam Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound

Shutter Sound

Language

Move OK Select

►On
►On
►On
►English

Off
On

MENU

MENU

Exit

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Selecting the OSD Language (Language)

The Language function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



You can select the desired language to display the menu screen and the messages.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the



6. Move the



7. To exit, press the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Language>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The available language options are listed.

[Joystick] up or down to select the desired OSD language, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The OSD language is refreshed in the selected language.

[MENU] button.

Note

The word Language in the menu is always indicated in English.

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Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Move OK Select

►On
►On
►English
►On

MENU

Exit

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Initial Setting : System Menu Setting

Viewing the Demonstration (Demonstration)

The Demonstration function may only be used in the Camera Mode with no disc inserted in the unit. page 26



Before you begin: Make sure that there is no disc inserted in the DVD Camcorder. page 40



Demonstration automatically shows you the major functions that are included with your DVD Camcorder so that you may



use them more easily.

The Demonstration operates repeatedly until it is switched off.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <System>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Demonstration>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

7. Press the



[Joystick] up or down to select <On>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[MENU] button.

The Demonstration will begin.

8. To quit the Demonstration, press the [MENU] button.

Note

When you press FADE, BLC, EASY.Q, MF/AF, or COLOR NITE button during the
Demonstration operation, the Demonstration function will be deactivated and the function
of the button pressed will be activated.

4

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language
Demonstration

Move OK Select

6

Camera Mode

►System

Clock Set
Remote
Beep Sound
Language

Demonstration

Move OK Select

7

SAMSUNG Camcorder is ...

►On
►On
►English
►On

Off
On

[Digital Camcorder]

MENU

MENU

Exit

Exit

Demonstration

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Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting

Adjusting the LCD Screen (LCD Bright/LCD Colour)

Adjusting the LCD Screen works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



Your DVD Camcorder is equipped with a 2.5 inches (VP-DC563(i) only) / 2.7 inches (VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) only)



wide colour Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Screen, which enables you to view what you are recording or playing back
directly.

Depending on the conditions under which you are using the DVD Camcorder (indoors or outdoors for example), you can



adjust;

- LCD Bright

- LCD Colour

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Display>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select the item you want to adjust (LCD Bright or

LCD Colour), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] left or right to adjust the value of the selected item (LCD Bright or

LCD Colour), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

You can set values for <LCD Bright> and <LCD Colour> between <00> ~ <35>.



7. To exit, press the

Adjusting the LCD Screen does not affect the brightness and colour of the image to



[MENU] button.

be recorded.

4

Camera Mode

►Display

LCD Bright
LCD Colour
Date/Time ►Off

Move OK Select

6

Camera Mode

►Display

LCD Bright

LCD Colour
Date/Time

Move OK Select

MENU

MENU

Exit

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Initial Setting : Display Menu Setting

Displaying the Date/Time (Date/Time)

The Date/Time function works in Camera Mode/Player Mode/M.Cam Mode/M.Player Mode. page 26



The date and time are automatically recorded on a special data area of the disc.



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1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Display>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Date/Time>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select the display type of the Date/Time, then press

the [Joystick(OK)].

Display type of the Date/Time: <Off>, <Date>, <Time>, <Date&Time>.



7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Notes

The Date/Time will read 00:00 01.JAN.2006 in the following conditions.



- During playback of a blank section of a disc.

- If the disc was recorded before setting the Date/Time in the DVD Camcorder.

- When the Lithium Battery becomes weak or dead.
Before you use the Date/Time function, you must set the clock. page 30



4

Camera Mode

►Display

LCD Bright
LCD Colour
Date/Time ►Off

.

6

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Display

LCD Bright
LCD Colour

Date/Time

Move OK Select

MENU

Off
Date
Time
Date&Time

MENU

Exit

Exit

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DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

Using the Viewfinder

In the [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)] mode, the Viewfinder will work when the LCD Screen is closed.



Adjusting the Focus

The focus adjustment knob of the Viewfinder enables individuals with vision problems to see clearer images.

1. Close the LCD Screen and pull out the Viewfinder.

2. Use the Focus Adjustment Knob of the Viewfinder to focus the picture.

Note

Viewing the sun or any strong light source through the Viewfinder for a prolonged period may
be harmful, or cause temporary impairment.

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Various Recording Techniques

In some situations, different recording techniques may be required for more dramatic results.

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1. General recording.

2. Downward recording.

Making a recording with a top view of the LCD Screen.

3. Upward recording.

Making a recording viewing the LCD Screen from below.

4. Self recording.

Making a recording viewing the LCD Screen from the
front.

5. Recording with the Viewfinder.

In circumstances where it is difficult to use the LCD
Screen, the Viewfinder can be used as a convenient
alternative.

Note

Please rotate the LCD Screen carefully as excessive
rotation may cause damage to the inside of the hinge that
connects the LCD Screen to the DVD Camcorder.

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DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

Inserting and Removing a Disc

When inserting a disc or closing the disc cover, do not apply excessive force.



It may cause a malfunction.

You cannot open the disc cover while loading.



Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] and the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)] to view menus



and messages displayed on the LCD Screen.

Inserting a Disc

1. Push the



2. Gently open the cover the rest of the way by hand.

3. Push the disc into the disc compartment until a click is heard.




4. Gently push the section marked



Notes

Move the Hand Strap so it does not interfere with inserting or ejecting the disc.



The disc cover can be opened when the device is connected to an AC power adapter or



the battery pack, even if the power is off.

[OPEN] switch in the direction of the arrow.

The disc cover will partially open.

The recording side of the disc must face the inside of the DVD camcorder.
Do not touch the pickup lens.

[PUSH CLOSE] on the disc cover to close it.
Once inserted, the disc is recognized and the [ACCESS] indicator blinks. Do not cut off the
power supply during this time. Do not shake nor apply impact. It may cause a malfunction.

Caution

This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Do not open covers and do not look inside the
product if interlock mechanism is damaged.

pickup lens

Warning

Be careful not to damage the interlock mechanism.

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3

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DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

When using a New Disc: Formatting a New Disc

Formatting may be required if a new disc is inserted.
Recognition of the disc will start.

For a DVD-R/+R DL disc:
For a DVD-RW disc: You are prompted with the

Differences between
Video and VR mode

Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Video> or <VR>, then press [Joystick(OK)].

Please refer to Page 11 for disc type descriptions and usage.



Upon completion, the <Complete!> message will appear.



If you select <Cancel>, the <Not formatted!> warning message will appear.



Formatting a new disc is required to record on it. To format later, use the <Disc Manager>
menu. page 78

For a DVD+RW disc: You are prompted with the <Disc format? All fi les will be deleted!>
Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press [Joystick(OK)].

Upon completion the <Complete!> message will appear.



If you select <No>, the <Not formatted!> warning message will appear.



Formatting a new disc is required to record on it. To format later, use the <Disc Manager> menu. page 78

Removing a Disc

1. Push the



2. Gently open the cover the rest of the way by hand.

[OPEN] switch in the direction of the arrow.

The disc cover will partially open.

3. Remove the disc.
While pushing down the centre portion of the disc spindle, pick up the disc by the edges to remove.



4. Gently push the section marked [PUSH CLOSE] on the disc cover to close it.

Note

The Finalise/Format functions are not available at battery level and .

Formatting will automatically begin.

<Disc is not formatted. Format?> message.

Video (Video Mode) : If the disc has been fi nalised, you will be able to
play the disc on most DVD Players/Recorders.

VR (VR Mode) : You can edit the disc on a DVD Camcorder, but
playback is only possible on a DVD Recorder that supports VR mode.

Refer to page 12 for Finalised disc compatibility.



<When a DVD-RW disc is formatted.>

message.

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SP

Disc is not formatted.
Format?

VR

Video

Cancel

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DVD Camcorder: Before Recording

Selecting the Record Mode (Rec Mode)

The Record Mode function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26



This DVD Camcorder can film in the XP (extra play), the SP (standard play) and the LP (long play) modes.



The SP mode is set as the factory default.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Record>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Rec Mode>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]

6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select the desired record mode (XP, SP or LP),

then press the [Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the
The icon of the selected mode is displayed.



[MENU] button.

Recording Times based on Disc Type

DVD-RW/+RW/-R (1.4G) DVD+R DL (2.6G)

XP Approx. 20min Approx. 35min
*SP Approx. 30min Approx. 53min
*LP Approx. 60min Approx.106min

* : Recorded files are encoded with Variable Bit Rate (VBR).

The recording times shown above are approximate and depend on the recording



environment (i.e. lighting conditions).
VBR is an encoding system that automatically adjusts the bit rate according to the



recording image.

4

Camera Mode

►Record

Rec Mode
Wind Cut

.

6

Camera Mode

►Record

Rec Mode

Wind Cut

7

►SP
►Off

Move OK Select

Move OK Select

XP

STBY

XP
SP
LP

MENU

MENU

0:00:00
20 min

Exit

Exit

-

RW

VR

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Making your First Recording

1. Connect a power source to the DVD Camcorder. pages 21, 25
(A Battery Pack or a AC Power adapter)



Insert a disc. page 40



2. Remove the Lens Cover.

3. Open the LCD Screen
Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].



Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].



Make sure that <STBY> is displayed.
Make sure the image you want to record appears on the



LCD Screen or Viewfinder.
Make sure the Battery Level indicates that there is enough



remaining power for your expected recording time.

4. To start recording, press the [Start/Stop] button.
<REC> is displayed on the LCD Screen.



The record mode, recording time, the disc type, the format mode and the title number
are displayed on the LCD Screen.

5. To stop recording, press the [Start/Stop] button again.
<STBY> is displayed on the LCD screen after blinking.



If you press the [Start/Stop] button to record again, a new title scene will be created.



The scene number will not appear in the STBY mode but in the REC mode.

Notes

Playing Title Scene. page 62



Up to 253 title scenes can be created on DVD-R/+RW/+R DL/-RW (Video Mode) discs, and up to 999 on



DVD-RW (VR Mode).
Detach the Battery Pack when you have finished recording to prevent unnecessary battery power consumption.



If the power cable/batteries are disconnected, or recording is disabled during recording, an error message will appear and the



system is switched to the data recovery mode.
While data is being recovered, no other function is enabled. After data recovery, the system will be switched to the STBY mode

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4

5

REC

2

3

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SP

RW

0:00:20



30 min

VR

001

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Recording with Ease for Beginners (EASY.Q Mode)

The EASY.Q function works only in Camera Mode.



The EASY.Q function allows a beginner to easily make good recordings.



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1. Set the

2. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

3. By pressing the [EASY.Q] button, all functions on the DVD Camcorder will be set to off

and the recording settings will be set to the following basic modes (DIS, AF(Auto Focus),
AWB(Auto White Balance), AE(Auto Exposure)) ON:

The word <EASY.Q> and DIS ( ) appear on the display at the same time.



4. Press the



[Start/Stop] button to start recording.

Recording will begin using the basic automatic settings.

5. Press the [EASY.Q] button again in the STBY mode to turn the EASY.Q mode off.
The EASY.Q function will not turn off while you are recording.



The DVD Camcorder will return to the settings that were set prior to activating EASY.Q



mode.

Notes

In EASY.Q mode, certain functions are not available, such as Menu, BLC, Manual focus,



Color Nite. If you want to use these functions, you must first turn the EASY.Q mode off.
The EASY.Q mode settings are released when the Battery Pack is removed from the DVD



Camcorder and must be reset when the Battery Pack is replaced.
16:9 Wide is not available in the EASY.Q mode. (VP-DC563(i) only)



Digital Effect and Digital Zoom is not available in the EASY.Q mode.

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3

STBY

-

SP

RW

0:00:00

30 min

VR

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using External Microphone

Connect external microphone (not supplied) to the external microphone jack of this DVD
Camcorder. Clearer sound can be recorded.

Zooming In and Out

The Zoom function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26



Zooming is a recording technique that lets you change the size of the subject in a scene.



You can zoom using variable zoom speeds.



Use these features for different shots. Please note that over-use of the Zoom feature can lead to unprofessional looking



results and a reduction of battery usage time.

1. Move the

further for a high-speed zoom.



2. [T] (Telephoto) side: Subject appears closer.

3. [W] (Wide angle) side: Subject appears farther away.



[Zoom] lever slightly for a gradual zoom, move it

Your zooming is monitored on the OSD.

You can record a subject that is about 10mm (about 0.5
inch) away from the lens surface in the Wide position.

TELE

WIDE

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using the Fade In and Out (FADE)

The Fade function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



You can give your recording a professional look by using special



effects such as fade in at the beginning of a sequence or fade out
at the end of a sequence.

To Start Recording

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

2. Set the

3. Before recording, hold down the [FADE]

4. Press the [Start/Stop] button and at the same time release the

To Stop Recording

5. When you wish to stop recording, hold down the [FADE] button.

6. When the picture has disappeared, press the [Start/Stop] button

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

button.

The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).



[FADE] button.

Recording starts and the picture and sound gradually appear (fade in).



The picture and sound gradually disappear (fade out).



to stop recording.

3

STBY

-

SP

0:00:00

30 min

RW

VR



4

REC





5

REC





6

STBY

-

SP

SP

SP

0:00:20

30 min

0:00:30

30 min

0:00:40

30 min

001

001

RW

VR

-

RW

VR

-

RW

VR



a. Fade Out (Approx. 4 seconds)

b. Fade In (Approx. 4 seconds)

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Hold down the [FADE] button a. Fade Out Gradual disappearance

Gradual appearance b. Fade In Release the [FADE] button

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using Back Light Compensation Mode (BLC)

BLC works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode.



Back lighting exists when the subject is darker than the background:



- The subject is in front of a window.

- The person to be recorded is wearing white or shiny clothes and is
placed against a bright background; the person’s face is too dark to
distinguish his/her features.

- The subject is outdoors and the background is overcast.

- The light sources are too bright.

- The subject is against a snowy background.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. To exit BLC mode, press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[BLC] button.

BLC icon ( ) is displayed.



[BLC] button again.

Each press of the [BLC] button toggles: Normal



Note

The BLC function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.

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BLC

Normal.



<BLC Off>

<BLC On>

3

-

SP

0:00:00

30 min

RW

VR

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DVD Camcorder: Basic Recording

Using the Color Nite

Color Nite function works only in Camera Mode.



You can make the subject recorded appear to be in slow motion by controlling the shutter



speed, or a brighter image in dark places without a compromise in colours.

Please disable 16:9 Wide mode to use the Color Nite function.



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3

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Each time you press the [C.NITE/ ] button, shutter speed is changed to;

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[C.NITE/ ] button.

4

<Color N. 1/25>, <Color N. 1/13> and off.

Notes

When using Color Nite, the image takes on a slow motion like effect.



When using Color Nite, the focus adjusts slowly and white dots may appear on the screen,



this is not a defect.
Program AE, Digital Zoom, Shutter, Exposure, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, Pastel2, or



16:9 Wide is not available in the Color Nite mode.
If DIS or EASY.Q is set, Color Nite mode will be released.



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SP

-

RW

0:00:00
30 min

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Cutting Off Wind Noise (Wind Cut)

The Wind Cut function works only in Camera Mode.



Use the Wind Cut when recording in windy places such as the beach or near buildings.



The Wind Cut function minimizes wind noise or other noise while recording.



- When the Wind Cut is on, some low pitched tones are eliminated along with the sound of the wind.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Record>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

6. To activate the Wind Cut function, move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Wind Cut>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <On>,

then press the [Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the
Wind Cut icon ( ) is displayed.



[MENU] button.

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4

Camera Mode

►Record

Rec Mode
Wind Cut

Move OK Select

6

Camera Mode

►Record

Rec Mode

Wind Cut

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►SP
►Off

MENU

Exit

Off
On

Note

Make sure Wind Cut is set to Off when you want the microphone to be as sensitive as
possible.

Move OK Select

7

STBY

MENU

Exit

-

SP

RW

0:00:00

30 min

VR

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the Shutter Speed & Exposure (Shutter/Exposure)

The Shutter Speed function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



The Exposure function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode. page 26



The Shutter Speed and Exposure functions can be set in the QUICK MENU.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Move the

6. Move the

7. To exit, press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].
[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[QUICK MENU] button.

QUICK MENU list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Shutter> or <Exposure>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <Manual>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
[Joystick] left or right to select the desired shutter speed or exposure value, then

press the [Joystick(OK)].

Shutter speed can be set to <1/50>, <1/120>, <1/250>, <1/500>, <1/1000>, <1/2000>,



<1/4000> or <1/10000>.
Exposure value can be set to Auto, or manually between <00> and <29>.



Selected settings are displayed.



[QUICK MENU] button.

Recommended Shutter Speeds When Recording

Outdoor sports such as golf or tennis: 1/2000 or 1/4000



Moving cars or trains or other rapidly moving vehicles such as roller coasters: 1/1000, 1/500



or 1/250

Indoor sports such as basketball: 1/120



Adjusting the Exposure When Recording

If you set Exposure to Manual, the higher the exposure, the brighter the recorded picture



will be.

Notes

If you manually change the Shutter Speed and the Exposure value when Program AE option is selected, manual changes are



applied first.
The image may not seem as smooth when a high Shutter Speed is set.



The DVD Camcorder returns to the auto shutter and auto exposure settings when you change to the EASY.Q mode.



When recording with a Shutter Speed of 1/1000 or higher, make sure the sun is not shining into the lens.



3

5

6

DIS

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
Shutter
Exposure

Q.MENU

Exit

DIS
Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect

Shutter

Exposure

Q.MENU

Exit

S.1/50

20

STBY

Off

STBY

Manual

SP

SP

0:00:00

30 min

0:00:00

30 min

-

RW

VR

-

RW

VR

DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Auto Focus / Manual Focus

The Auto Focus/Manual Focus function works in both Camera Mode and



M.Cam Mode.

In most situations, it is better to use the automatic focus feature, as it



enables you to concentrate on the creative side of your recording.

Manual focusing may be necessary under certain conditions that make



automatic focusing difficult or unreliable.

Auto Focus

If you are inexperienced in the use of DVD Camcorders, we recommend



that you use Auto Focus.

Manual Focus

In the following situations, you may obtain better results by adjusting the



focus manually.
a.

A picture containing several objects, some close to the DVD Camcorder, others further away.

b. A person enveloped in fog or surrounded by snow.
c. Very shiny or glossy surfaces like a car.
d. People or objects moving constantly or quickly like an athlete or a crowd.

1. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

2. Set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

3. Press the
The manual focus icon ( ) will blink.



4. Focus with the
Pressing the [VOL-] button will focus on the foreground image while pressing the [VOL+]



button will focus on the background image.

5. To exit, press the

Note

Manual Focus is not available in the EASY.Q mode.

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[MF/AF] button.

[VOL-] and [VOL+] buttons.

[MF/AF] button.

a b

c d

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30 min

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Programmed Automatic Exposure Modes (Program AE)

The Program AE function works only in Camera Mode.



The Program AE mode allows you to adjust shutter speeds and apertures to suit different recording conditions.



They give you creative control over the depth of field.



<Auto ( )> mode



- Auto balance between the subject and the background.

- To be used in normal conditions.

- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/250 per second, depending on the
scene.

<Sports ( )> mode



For recording people or objects moving quickly.

<Portrait ( )> mode



- For focusing on the background of the subject, when the background is out of focus.

- The Portrait mode is most effective when used outdoors.

- The shutter speed automatically varies from 1/50 to 1/1000 per second.

<Spotlight ( )> mode



For recording correctly when there is only light on the subject and not the rest of the picture.

<Sand/Snow ( )> mode



For recording when people or objects are darker than the background because of reflected light from sand or snow.

<High Speed ( )> (High Shutter Speed) mode



For recording fast-moving subjects such as players in golf or tennis games.

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STBY

-

SP

RW

0:00:00
30 min

VR

DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the Program AE

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Program AE>, then press the

6. Move the

7. To exit, press the

Notes





[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick(OK)].

The available options are listed.



[Joystick] up or down to select the desired program AE option, then press

the [Joystick(OK)].

[MENU] button.

The icon of the selected mode is displayed.



When the <Auto> mode is selected, no icon is displayed.



You can directly access the Program AE function by using the [QUICK MENU] button.

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The Program AE function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.

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Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

6

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE

White Balance
Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

7

STBY

►Auto
►Auto
►Off
►Off
►Off
►Off

Auto
Sports
Portrait
Spotlight
Sand/Snow
High Speed

SP

0:00:00

MENU

MENU

30 min

Exit

Exit

A

-

RW

VR

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the White Balance (White Balance)

The White Balance function works in both Camera Mode and M.Cam Mode.



The White Balance is a recording function that preserves the unique image colour of the subject in any recording condition.



You may select the appropriate White Balance mode to obtain good quality image colour.



Auto ( ): This mode is generally used to control the White Balance automatically.



Indoor ( ): This controls the White Balance according to indoor ambience.



- Under halogen or studio/video lighting

- Subject is of one dominant colour

- Close up
Outdoor ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the outdoor ambience.



In daylight, especially for close up and where the subject is of one dominant colour.

­Custom WB ( ): This controls the White Balance according to the recording



environment.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <White Balance>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select desired mode (Auto, Indoor, Outdoor or

Custom WB), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Refer to page 55 for details on setting Custom WB.



7. To exit, press the
The icon of the selected mode is displayed.



When the <Auto> mode is selected, no icon is displayed.



[MENU] button.

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4

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

6

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE

White Balance

Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

7

STBY

►Auto
►Auto
►Off
►Off
►Off
►Off

Auto
Indoor
Outdoor
Custom WB

0:00:00

SP

30 min

MENU

MENU

Exit

Exit

A

-

RW

VR

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Setting the Custom White Balance

You can adjust the white balance as you wish based on the recording environment.

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1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <White Balance>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Custom WB>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

The <Set White Balance> will blink.



7. Place the subject under the desired lighting, then press the
The <Set White Balance> will disappear and the white balance setting will



[Joystick(OK)].

commence.

8. To exit, press the
Custom WB icon ( ) is displayed.



[MENU] button.

Notes

You can directly access the White Balance function by using the [QUICK MENU]



button.
The White Balance function will not operate in EASY.Q mode.



Turn the Digital Zoom off (if necessary) to set a more accurate white balance.



Reset the white balance if lighting conditions change.



During normal outdoor recording, setting to Auto may provide better results.



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6

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE

White Balance

Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Set White Balance

OK

Select

8

STBY

SP

Auto
Indoor
Outdoor
Custom WB

MENU

MENU

0:00:00

30 min

Exit

Exit

A

-

RW

VR

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Applying Digital Effects (Digital Effect)

The Digital Effect function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



The Digital Effects enable you to give a creative look to your recording.



Select the appropriate Digital Effect for the type of picture that you wish to record and the effect you wish to create.



There are 10 Digital Effect modes.



1. <Art> mode

This mode gives the images a coarse effect.

2. <Mosaic> mode

This mode gives the images a mosaic effect.

3. <Sepia> mode

This mode gives the images a reddish-brown pigment.

4. <Negative> mode

This mode reverses the colours, creating a negative image.

5. <Mirror> mode

This mode cuts the picture in half, using a mirror effect.

6. <BLK & WHT> mode

This mode changes the images to black and white.

7. <Emboss1> mode

This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing).

8. <Emboss2> mode

This mode creates a 3D effect (embossing) on the surrounding area of an
image.

9. <Pastel1> mode

This mode applies a pale pastel drawing effect to an image.

10. <Pastel2> mode

This mode applies a pale pastel drawing effect to surrounding area of an image.

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Selecting the Digital Effects

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Digital Effect>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select the desired Digital Effect option, then press

the [Joystick(OK)].

The display mode is set to the selected mode.



7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

Notes

You can directly access the Digital Effect function by using the [QUICK MENU] button.

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The Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 mode is not available while DIS or Color



Nite is in use.
Digital Effect modes are not available while EASY.Q is in use.



Once DIS, EASY.Q, Color Nite is set, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 mode will



be released.
Digital Zoom is not available in the Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 mode.



Mirror mode is not available in the 16:9 Wide mode. (VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) only)



Digital Effect modes other than Emboss2, Pastel2, Mirror, or Mosaic mode is available while DIS is in use.

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►Camera

Program AE
White Balance

Digital Effect

16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

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►Auto
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►Off
►Off
►Off
►Off

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Sepia
Negative
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Setting the 16:9 Wide mode (16:9 Wide)

The 16:9 Wide function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



Select to record a picture to be played back on a 16:9 Wide TV.



16:9 Wide is the default setting for model VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i).



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



6

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5 Move the

6. To activate the 16:9 Wide function, move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <16:9 Wide>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <On>,

7

then press the [Joystick(OK)].

If you do not want to use the 16:9 Wide function, set the <16:9 Wide> menu to <Off>.



7. To exit, press the
The display mode is set to the selected mode.



[MENU] button.

16:9 Wide

Notes

The 16:9 Wide mode is not available while DIS, EASY.Q or Digital Effect is in use. (VP-DC563(i) only)



Once Color Nite is set, 16:9 Wide mode will be released. (VP-DC563(i) only)



Digital Zoom is not available in the 16:9 Wide mode.



Mirror mode is not available in the 16:9 Wide mode. (VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) only)

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Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect

16:9 Wide

DIS

Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

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On

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DVD Camcorder: Advanced Recording

Setting the Digital Image Stabilizer (DIS)

The DIS function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



DIS (Digital Image Stabilizer) is a function that compensates for any shaking or hand movement while holding the DVD



Camcorder (within reasonable limits).

It provides more stable pictures when:



- Recording with the zoom (If the DIS is set, Digital Zoom mode will be released.)

- Recording a small object close-up

- Recording and walking at the same time

- Recording through the window of a vehicle

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5 Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <DIS>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. To activate the DIS function, move the [Joystick] up or down to select <On>, then

press the [Joystick(OK)].

If you do not want to use the DIS function, set the <DIS> menu to <Off>.



7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.
DIS icon ( ) is displayed.



Notes

You can directly access the DIS function by using the [QUICK MENU] button. page 27



Digital Zoom, Color Nite, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 is not available in the



DIS mode.
It is recommended that you deactivate the DIS function when using a tripod.



If you use the DIS function, the picture quality may deteriorate.



EASY.Q mode automatically sets the DIS to On.



16:9 Wide mode is not available in the DIS mode. (VP-DC563(i) only)



DIS function in 16:9 Wide mode may produce lower quality than in normal mode.



(VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) only)

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►Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS
Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

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Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect

16:9 Wide

DIS

Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

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►Auto
►Auto
►Off
►Off
►Off
►Off

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Zooming In and Out with Digital Zoom (Digital Zoom)

The Digital Zoom works only in Camera Mode.



Zooming more than 26x is achieved digitally, up to 1200x when combined with optical zoom.



The picture quality may deteriorate depending on how much you zoom in on the subject.



Selecting the Digital Zoom

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Camera>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Digital Zoom>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select the desired zoom value (Off, 100x, 200x,

400x or 1200x), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.
When using the zoom lever, an digital zoom indicator appears on the screen.



Notes

Maximum zooming may result in lower picture quality.



Digital Zoom is not available while DIS, EASY.Q, Color Nite, 16:9 Wide, Mosaic,



Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 is in use.
Once Color Nite, EASY.Q, 16:9 Wide, Mosaic, Mirror, Emboss2, or Pastel2 is



selected, Digital Zoom mode will be released.
(The Digital Zoom mode will be backed up.)
Once DIS is selected, Digital Zoom mode will be released.

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Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Camera

Program AE
White Balance
Digital Effect
16:9 Wide
DIS

Digital Zoom

Move OK Select

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W T

►Auto
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►Off
►Off
►Off
►Off

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DVD Camcorder: Thumbnail index and Playlist

What is the thumbnail index?

The thumbnail index displays multiple title scenes that have been recorded.



A title scene is created between the points where you start and stop a



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Once deleted, you cannot recover title scene again.

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What’s a Playlist?

You can create a Playlist on the same disc by gathering your favorite scenes from the recorded title scene.



You can edit the Playlist without changing the original recordings.

Even if the Playlist is deleted, the original title scenes remain undeleted.



Up to 999 title scenes (chapters) can be registered on a Playlist.



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Playlist

Example: You have recorded a few scenes on a DVD-RW in VR mode. You want to save
the original recording, but you also want to create a digest by putting your favorite scenes
together. In this case, you can create a playlist by selecting your favorite scenes, leaving the
original recording as it is.

A title scene is created between the points where you start and stop a recording.

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Playing title scenes

The recorded title scenes are displayed as a thumbnail index (multiple images) on the LCD
Screen.
You can fi nd the desired scene quickly using this convenient index.
If the TFT LCD screen is closed, you can view the recording through the viewfi nder.
Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote control. page 63

1. Insert the disc you want to view.

2. Open the LCD Screen.

3. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

4. Set the

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



Use the [MENU] button to adjust brightness or colour of the LCD Screen. page 36



5. Use the [Joystick] to select a title scenes to be played, then press the [Joystick(OK)]



or [

] button.



To stop playback, press the [(Stop)] button.



Note

During playback, a displayed image may be paused for a while until the next image to be shown.

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When you use the LCD Screen for playback, you can hear recorded sound from the built-in



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speaker.

When you hear sound once the disc is in play, use the [VOL -,+] buttons to adjust the



volume.

A volume level display will appear on the LCD Screen.



Levels may be adjusted from anywhere between 00 to 19.



If you close the LCD Screen while playing, you will not hear sound from the speaker.

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Various Functions while in Player Mode

These functions work only in Player Mode.



Play, Still, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Forward Skip, and Reverse Skip functions are accessible using the remote control.



Slow function is accessible only using the remote control.



Playback/Still

Press the [



To resume playback, press the [



Picture Search (Forward/Reverse)

Pressing the [



speed to approximately X2, and pressing twice plays at approx x16.

When the number 1 appears on the OSD, it means X2 speed. Number 2 = X16.



To resume normal playback, press the [



Same as [



Skip Playback (Forward/Reverse)

Press and hold the [



When playing a disc, if you press and hold the [



If you press and hold the [
press and hold makes it move to the beginning of the previous scene. If you press and
hold the [
beginning of the previous scene.



] button to pause during playback.







]/[





]/[

] buttons on the remote control.





] button at a portion 3 seconds from the start of scene, it moves to the

Portion being played back

Press and hold the
button one more time.

Portion being played back

Press and hold

the



Press and hold
the

Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3



button.

Scene 1 Scene 2 Scene 3



] button.



] button once while a disc is playing back will increase the play



]/[

] buttons during playback.



] button, it moves to the beginning of the scene. One more

Press and hold





button.

the

Press and hold



the

button.

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

] button.





Press and hold the

button.

button one more time.

Press and hold the
button one more time

] button, it moves to the next scene.





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Slow Playback (Forward/Reverse)

Forward Slow Playback

Press the [|] button on the remote control during playback.



- To resume normal playback, press the [





] button.

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Zooming during Playback (PB ZOOM)

The PB ZOOM function works only in Player Mode.



The PB ZOOM function enables you to magnify the playback scene.



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1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Use the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[Joystick] to select a title scene to be played, then press the [Joystick(OK)] or



[

] button.



3

4. Move the [Zoom] lever toward [T(Tele)] to activate the PB Zoom during playback.
The image is magnified starting from the centre of image.



5. You can zoom in from 2.0x to 8.0x by moving the
It zooms 2.0x



Zoom ratio is displayed.



6. Use the

[Joystick] to move the screen up, down, right or left.



4.0x

8.0x progressively.



7. To cancel the PB Zoom function, move the

[Zoom] lever.

[Zoom] lever toward [W(Wide)].

4

PB ZOOM 2.0x

Notes

You cannot apply the PB ZOOM function to pictures which are being input from an external video source.



The PB ZOOM images cannot be exported to a PC.

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Deleting a Title Scene (Delete)

Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Individual or all title scenes can be deleted.



DVD -RW/+RW

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[QUICK MENU] button.
[Joystick] up or down to select <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
[Joystick] up or down to select <Select> or <Select All>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

Select: Deletes individual title scenes.



To delete individual title scenes, use the [Joystick] to select title scenes to delete,

then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The selected title scenes will be marked <

Select All: Deletes all title scenes.



>.

To delete all title scenes, simply press the [Joystick(OK)] after <Select All> is

selected.

All selected title scenes will be marked with <

6. Move the



7. Move the




[Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The <Delete?> message will appear.

[Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

All selected titles will be deleted.
Related scenes in Playlist will be deleted. (DVD-RW(VR mode only))

>.

Note

A deleted title scenes can not be recovered.

4

5

7

Delete

Partial Delete

Exit

Q.MENU

Delete

Execute

Move OK Select

Delete

Execute

Delete?

Yes

Move OK Select

Select

No

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Deleting a Section of a Title Scene (Partial Delete)

Partial Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26



A Title scene can be partially deleted.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Partial Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] to select a title scene you want to delete partially from the thumbnail

6. Search the start point of deletion by pressing the [/] or [

7. Press the [

8. Press the [/] or [

9. Press the [

10. Press the [Joystick(OK)].

11. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Note

A deleted part of the title scene can not be recovered.

[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

[QUICK MENU] button.

index screen, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The selected title scene will be paused, then <Start> will be highlighted.





] button at the start point to pause the screen, then press the



[Joystick(OK)].

<End> will be highlighted.





] button at the end point to pause the screen, then press [Joystick(OK)].



<Execute> will be highlighted.



The <Delete selected part ? Please confirm.> message will appear.



The selected part of the title scene will be deleted.



Use the [Joystick] to select <Back>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to return to the





] button to search the end point of deletion.



thumbnail index.

DVD-RW(VR mode)



] button.



4

5

9

11

Delete

Partial Delete

Exit

Q.MENU

Partial Delete

001

Start

Play

Partial Delete

001

Start

Play

Partial Delete

001

Delete selected part ?
Please confirm.

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Pause

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Execute

Pause

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Creating a New Playlist (New Playlist)

This function works only in Player Mode.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.

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Playlist

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[Joystick] up to highlight the thumbnail index screen icon ( ), then move the

[Joystick] right to highlight the playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



No thumbnail index is provided before creating a Playlist.



).

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <New Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)]
The thumbnail index screen appears.



6. Use the

7. Move the

[Joystick] to select a scene to create, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Keep selecting in the order of your preference.



The selected scene will be marked with <



>.



[Joystick] up to <Add>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

A new Playlist will be created.



Notes

Up to 99 playlists can be created.



Up to 999 title scenes (chapters) can be registered on a Playlist.

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New Playlist

Delete
Edit Playlist

Exit

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Playing the Playlist

This function works only in Player Mode.



The Playlist scenes are displayed in the form of a thumbnail index on the LCD Screen.



If the LCD screen is closed, you can view the recording through the viewfi nder.
Use the Playback related buttons on the DVD Camcorder or on the remote control.

The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording.

1. Insert the disc you want to view.

2. Set the

3. Set the

4. Move the

5. Use the

6. Press the [VOL -,+]

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[Joystick] up to highlight the thumbnail index screen icon ( ), then move the

[Joystick] right to highlight the playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



[Joystick] to select a Playlist to be played, then press the [

The sound will be heard through the built-In speaker.



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buttons to adjust volume.

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

] button.

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Deleting a Playlist (Delete)

Delete function works only in Player Mode. page 26



You can delete undesired playlists.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the

4. Press the

5. Move the

6. Move the

7. Move the

8. Move the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[Joystick] up to highlight the thumbnail index screen icon ( ), then move the

[Joystick] right to highlight the playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



[QUICK MENU] button.
[Joystick] up or down to select <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
[Joystick] up or down to select <Select> or <Select All>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

Select: Deletes an individual playlist.



To delete a playlist, use the [Joystick] to select a playlist to delete, then press the
[Joystick(OK)].

The selected playlist will be marked with < >.

Select All: Deletes all playlists.



To delete all playlists, simply press the [Joystick(OK)] after <Select All> is selected.
All the selected playlists will be marked with < >.

[Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

<Delete?> message will appear.



[Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

All selected playlists will be deleted.



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).

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Playlist

New Playlist

Delete

Edit Playlist

Exit

Q.MENU

Delete

Execute

Move OK Select

Delete

Execute

Delete?

Move OK Select

Select

Yes No

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Adding Scenes to Playlist (Edit Playlist-Add)

This function works only in Player Mode. page 26



You can add more scenes in an existing Playlist.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the [Joystick] up to highlight the thumbnail index screen icon ( ), then move the

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Edit Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Use the [Joystick] to select the Playlist to which you wish to add scenes, then press the

7. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Add>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

9. Use the [Joystick] to select the title scenes to be added to the Playlist, then press the

10. Move the [Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

11. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[Joystick] right to highlight the Playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



The screen will be switched to the Edit Playlist mode.



[Joystick(OK)].

The scenes inside the Playlist will appear.



The title scenes to be added to the Playlist will appear.



[Joystick(OK)].

The selected scenes will be marked with <>.



<Want to add?> message will appear.



The <Now adding...> message will appear.



The selected scenes will be added to the Playlist. The new scene will be added as the



last scene.

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8

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New Playlist
Delete

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Delete
Partial Delete
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Edit > Add

Execute

Want to add?

Yes

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Playlist

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Changing the Order of Scene Playing within a Playlist (Edit Playlist-Move)

This function works only in Player Mode. page 26



You can change the order of scene playing within a Playlist.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the [Joystick] up to highlight the thumbnail index screen icon ( ), then move the

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Edit Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Use the [Joystick] to select the Playlist which contains the scenes whose order you want

7. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Move>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

9. Use the [Joystick] to select the scene to be moved, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

10. Use the [Joystick] to move the bar to the position of your choice, then press the

11. Move the [Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

12. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[Joystick] right to highlight the playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



The screen will be switched to the Edit Playlist mode.



).

to change, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The scenes inside the Playlist will appear.



The selected scene will be marked with <>.



Also a bar next to the scene will appear.

[Joystick(OK)].

The selected scene will be moved to the new position.



The <Want to move?> message will appear.



The <Now moving...> message will appear.



You can move the scenes as many times as you wish.

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Delete

Edit Playlist

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Scene

Add
Delete
Partial Delete

Move

Exit

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Execute

Previous Page Next Page

Edit > Move

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Previous Page Next Page

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Deleting Scenes from Playlist (Edit Playlist-Delete)

This function works only in Player Mode. page 26



You can delete the title scenes inside the Playlist.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the [Joystick] up to highlight the thumbnail index screen icon ( ), then move the

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Edit Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Use the [Joystick] to select the Playlist which contains the scenes to be deleted, then

7. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

9. Use the [Joystick] to select the scenes to be deleted, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

10. Move the [Joystick] up to select <Execute>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

11. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[Joystick] right to highlight the playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



The screen will be switched to the Edit Playlist mode.



).

press the [Joystick(OK)].

The scenes inside the Playlist will appear.



The selected scene will be marked with <>.



The <Delete?> message will appear.



The <Now deleting...> message will appear.



The selected scenes will be deleted.



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Delete

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8

Scene

Add

Delete

Partial Delete
Move

Exit

Q.MENU

9

Edit > Delete

Execute

Previous Page Next Page

11

Edit > Delete

Execute

Delete?

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Yes

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Deleting a Section of a Playlist (Edit Playlist - Partial Delete)

This function works only in Player Mode. page 26



A Playlist scene can be partially deleted.



The editing function only works on a DVD-RW (VR Mode).



You should format the DVD-RW to VR Mode before recording. page 41

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Move the

4. Press the [QUICK MENU] button.

5. Move the

6. Use the

7. Press the

8. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Partial Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

9. Use the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index screen appears.



[Joystick] up to highlight the thumbnail index screen icon ( ), then move the

[Joystick] right to highlight the playlist icon (

The Playlist scenes will be displayed in the form of a thumbnail index.



).

[Joystick] up or down to select <Edit Playlist>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The screen will be switched to the Edit Playlist mode.



[Joystick] to select the Playlist which contains the scenes to be partially deleted,

then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The scenes inside the Playlist will appear.



[QUICK MENU] button.

[Joystick] to select the scene to be partially deleted, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

The Partial Delete screen will appear. The scene will be paused and <Start> will be



highlighted.

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New Playlist
Delete

Edit Playlist

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Scene

Add
Delete

Partial Delete

Move

Exit

Q.MENU

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Start

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End

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Pause

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10. Press the [/] or [

11. Press the [



] button to pause the screen at the starting point of deletion, then press the



[Joystick(OK)].

<End> will be highlighted.



12. Press the

13. Press the

[/] or [



[

] button to pause the screen at the end point of deletion, then press the



[Joystick(OK)].

<Execute> will be highlighted.



14. Press the [Joystick(OK)].
The <Delete selected part ? Please confirm.> message will appear.



15. Move the



[Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The <Now deleting...> message will appear.



] to search the starting point of deletion.





] to search the end point of deletion.



13

15

Partial Delete

001

Start

Play

Partial Delete

001

Delete selected part ?
Please confirm.

Yes

Start

Play

SP

Execute

End

Pause

SP

No

Execute

End

Pause

00:00:10

00:00:13

00:00:10

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Disc Information (Disc Info)

This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26



DVD-RW/+RW/-R/+R DL

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the



[Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Info>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

<Disc Name>, <Disc Type>, <Disc Format>, <Used Space> and <Free Space>

will be displayed.

6. To exit, press the

[MENU] button or [Joystick(OK)].

4

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unfinalize

Disc Format
Disc Info

Move OK Select

5

Disc lnfo

Disc Name: DVD-RW

Rename

Disc Type DVD-RW (Unfinalized)

Disc Format VR Mode

Used Space 00:02:20

Free Space 00:16:08 (SP)

Move OK Select

MENU

MENU

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DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager

Editing the Disc Name (Disc Info-Rename)

This function works in both Camera Mode and Player Mode. page 26



You can specify a disc name.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

5. Move the

6. Move the

7. Use the

8. Use the [Joystick] to move the cursor to <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to

9. Use the

10. Use the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)] or [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Info>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] left or right to select <Rename>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Disc Name screen will appear.



[Joystick] to move the cursor to the first character of the current disc name.

delete the existing disc name.

[Joystick] to select the desired characters and items, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] to select <Done>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The Disc Name will be changed.



Use the [Joystick] to select <Back>, then press the [Joystick(OK)] to return to Disc



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Disc Info

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Move

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Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unfinalize

Disc Format

Disc Info

OK

Move

6

Disc lnfo

Disc Name : DVD-RW

Rename

Disc Type DVD-RW (Unfinalized)

Disc Format VR Mode

Used Space 00:02:20

Free Space 00:16:08 (SP)

OK

Select

Move

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Disc Name

Disc Name : Science_

Space

Delete

A B C D E a b c d e 1 2 3 4 5
F G H I J f g h i j 6 7 8 9 0
K L M N O k l m n o + - * / ^
P Q R S T p q r s t ! ? ~ , .
U V W X Y u v w x y : ; “ ( )
Z z @ # $ % &

Move

Select

Select

MENU

Done

OK

Select

MENU

MENU

Back

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Formatting a Disc (Disc Format)

This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



You can format a recorded disc to be used again. By formatting, all existing data will be deleted.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Format>, then press the

6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Video Mode> or <VR Mode>, then press

7. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Notes

The Finalise/Format functions are not available at battery level and .






[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick(OK)].

the [Joystick(OK)]. (DVD-RW only) Set the mode depending on the application.

If you insert DVD-RW disc, the <Disc format? (Video or VR) All files will be deleted!>



message will appear.

Video (Video Mode) If the disc has been finalised, it enables the disc to be played

back on other DVD Players/Recorders.

VR (VR Mode) You can edit the disc on a DVD Camcorder, but playback is

only possible on a DVD Recorder that supports VR mode.

Refer to page 12 for Finalised disc compatibility.



If you insert DVD+RW disc <Disc format? All files will be deleted!> message will



appear.

When formatting is complete, the <Complete!> message will appear.



Formatting will delete all the recorded contents on a disc. Be careful not to delete data
by mistake.
Do not turn the power off in the middle of the formatting. The data recorded in disc may be damaged.

DVD-RW/+RW

4

5

6

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►Disc Manager

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unfinalize

Disc Format
Disc Info

Move OK Select

Disc Finalize

Disc Unfinalize

Disc Format

Disc Info

Move OK Select

Disc format? (Video)
All files will be deleted!

Cannot edit in camcorder.

STBY

Yes No

Video Mode
VR Mode

SP

MENU

MENU

00:00:00

30 min

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DVD Camcorder: Disc Manager

Finalising a Disc (Disc Finalize)

This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



To play the contents of a DVD-RW/-R/+R DL on other DVD players/recorders, you must finalise the disc.



If the AC Power adapter is to be used, make sure that the jack is properly connected.
A power cut during finalising may disrupt the disc from replaying.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Finalize>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the [Joystick] left or right to select <Finalize>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

Warning!

During finalising, do not cause impact or vibration to your DVD camcorder.
This could cause a malfunctions.

Notes
The Finalise/Format functions are not available at battery level













[Mode] switch to [DISC].
[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick(OK)].

The <Finalizing, please wait...> message will appear. When finalising is complete the



<Complete!> message will appear.

Once finalised, the title scenes or Playlists in the disc cannot be deleted or edited.
Time required for

finalising may differ by disc type.

Refer to page 12 for finalised disc compatibility.

Playback is not guaranteed in all DVD Players/Recorders. For compatibility details,
refer to your DVD Players/Recorders owner’s manual.

Once the DVD-R/+R DL disc is finalised, you cannot re-record it in the DVD Camcorder.
You may play back DVD+RW discs on other devices without finalising them.
You can not make an additional recording on a DVD-RW disc without unfinalising it after
it is finalised.
The finalised disc will not be supported in a Macintosh.

DVD-RW/-R/+R DL

and .

4

5

6

Disc Finalize

Disc Name : Science

Finalize Back

Protect Off

Disc Format VR Mode

Used Space 00:02:20

Free Space 00:16:08 (SP)

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Disc Finalize

Disc Unfinalize

Disc Format
Disc Info

Move OK Select

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unfinalize

Disc Format
Disc Info

Move OK Select

Rename

MENU

MENU

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Playing Back on a PC with DVD drive

The DVD disc can be played on a PC with a DVD running media (DVD drive).



1. Turn on your PC.

2. Insert a finalised disc into the DVD drive of the PC.
Starts DVD playback application software and the disc will play.



If DVD playback application does not start automatically, run the application by



navigating through the Start menu.

Notes

Use a DVD drive compatible to 8cm discs. page 10



A DVD playback application software should have been installed before playing back a disc.



Video and audio may be paused or skipped when you play back from a DVD disc directly. In this case, copy the data into



your hard disk drive.
The finalised disc will not be supported in a Macintosh.



A DVD-RW disc recorded in VR mode can not play back on your PC.



Playing back a finalised disc on a DVD Player/Recorder

To Playback a disc

You can playback finalised DVD-R/-RW (Video mode)/+R DL discs on DVD Players/Recorders.

Playback is not guaranteed in all DVD Players/Recorders. For compatibility details, refer to your DVD Player/Recorder
owner’s manual.

Most DVD Players/Recorders can play back a DVD+RW disc that has not been finalised.

Refer to the page 12 for finalised disc compatibility.



1. Turn on the DVD Player/Recorder.

2. Insert the finalised DVD disc into the tray of a DVD Player/Recorder.
It may start playing automatically or press the PLAY button to start.



For further details on playing back DVD discs, refer to the DVD Player/



Recorder user’s manual.

To Playback DVD-RW discs recorded in VR mode:

A finalised DVD-RW in VR mode can be played back using a DVD Recorder which is
capable of playing DVD-RW discs in VR mode.

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Unfinalising a Disc (Disc Unfinalize)

This function works only in Camera Mode. page 26



If a DVD-RW disc had been finalised in the VR mode or Video mode, you can unfinalise the disc for further recording.



DVD-RW

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Manager>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <Disc Unfinalize>, then press the

[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the



[Joystick] left or right to select <Unfinalize>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
The <Unfinalizing, please wait...> message will appear. When unfinalising is
complete, the <Complete!> message will appear.

Warning!



The Finalise/Format functions are not available at battery level and .



During unfinalising, do not cause impact or vibration to your DVD camcorder.
This could cause a malfunction.

4

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unfinalize
Disc Format
Disc Info

Move OK Select

5

Camera Mode

►Disc Manager

Disc Finalize

Disc Unfinalize

Disc Format
Disc Info

Move OK Select

6

Disc Unfinalize

Disc Name : Science

Unfinalize Back

Protect Off

Disc Format VR Mode

Used Space 00:02:20

Free Space 00:16:08 (SP)

Rename

Move OK Select

MENU

MENU

MENU

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Setting the AV In/Out (VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/DC565WBi only)

AV In/Out function works only in Player Mode. page 26



AV In/Out setting enables you to record signals from external sources.



Also, you can send your videos to external devices to record or play back.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Record>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <AV In/Out>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <Out>, <AV In> or <S-Video In>, then press

the [Joystick(OK)].

If you want to see the DVD Camcorder videos on a TV, set <AV In/Out> menu to



<Out>.
To exit, press the [MENU] button.



4

Player Mode

►Record

Rec Mode
AV In/out

Move OK Select

6

Player Mode

►Record

Rec Mode

AV In/out

Move OK Select

STBY

►SP
►Out

Out
AV In
S-Video In

SP

MENU

MENU

0:00:10

Exit

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Viewing Recordings on TV

The Playback function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Playing back on a TV Monitor

To play back a disc, the television must be PAL compatible.



We recommend that you use the AC Power adapter as the power source for the DVD Camcorder.



Connecting to a TV which has Audio/Video Input Jacks

1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your TV with the Multi-AV cable.
The yellow jack: Video



The white jack: Audio(L)-mono



The red jack: Audio(R)



If you connect to a monaural TV, connect the



yellow jack (Video) to the video input of the TV
and the white jack (Audio L) to the audio input of
the TV.

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC].

3. Set the

4. Turn on the TV and set the TV/VIDEO selector on

5. Play the disc. page 62

Notes






[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

the TV to Video.

Refer to the TV user’s manual.



You may use an S-Video connector on the cable to obtain better quality pictures if you have a S-Video connector on your TV.
Even if you use an S-Video connector, you need to connect an audio cable.
If you connect the cable to the AV/S jack, you will hear sound from the DVD Camcorder’s speakers.
If only a mono audio input is available on the TV set, use the audio cable with the white jack (Audio L).

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DVD Camcorder

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Connecting to a TV which has no Audio/Video Input Jacks

You can connect your DVD Camcorder to a TV through a VCR.



1. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with the Multi-AV cable.
The yellow jack: Video



The white jack: Audio(L) - Mono



The red jack: Audio(R)



2. Connect a TV to the VCR.

3. Set the

4. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

5. Turn on both the TV and VCR.
Set the input selector on the VCR to Line.



Select the channel reserved for your VCR on the TV



set.

6. Play the disc.

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Antenna

Notes

If the VCR has an S-Video input terminal, you may use the S-Video connector for better quality.



Even if you use an S-Video connector, you need to connect an audio cable.



If only a mono audio input is available on the VCR set, use the audio cable with the white jack (Audio L).



VCR

TV

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Copying a DISC on to a video tape

The copying function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR using the AV/S jack to dub the recording from a disc onto a VCR tape.



1. Set the

2. Set the

[Mode] switch to [DISC].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

VCR

3. Insert the disc you want to copy in your DVD Camcorder.

4. Insert a new tape in your VCR.

5. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR with Multi-AV

cable.

Connect the Multi-AV cable to the input jack on your



VCR.
The yellow jack: Video



The white jack: Audio(L)-mono



The red jack: Audio(R)



Signal flow

Multi-AV Cable

6. Press the Record button on your VCR to start recording.

7. Play the disc on your DVD Camcorder. Please refer to Page 62 for Playing.
Press the [DISPLAY] button so as not to display OSD.



When Copying is Complete:

Stop recording on your VCR, then press the [(Stop)] button on your DVD Camcorder.

Note

You can also copy moving images onto another disc or HDD by connecting to a DVD Recorder.

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Recording (Copying) a TV Programme or Video Tape onto a Disc (VP-DC563i/DC565Wi/DC565WBi only)

The Recording (Copying) function works only in Player Mode. page 26



Connect your DVD Camcorder to a VCR or a TV using the AV/S jack to record a TV programme or copy a video tape to a disc.



Set the AV In/Out before Recording (Copying). page 82

Recording (Copying) onto a Disc

1. Get your TV or VCR ready.

2. Connect the DVD Camcorder to your VCR or TV with

Multi-AV cable.

Connect the Multi-AV cable to the output jack on



your VCR or TV
The yellow jack: Video



The white jack: Audio (L) – Mono



The red jack: Audio (R)



3. Insert an empty disc in your DVD Camcorder.
Please refer to page 11 for selecting and formatting



discs.

To record from a VCR

4. Insert the tape to be played in your VCR.
Pause at the starting point of playing.



5. Start copying by pressing the [Start/Stop] button on your DVD Camcorder.

6. Press the PLAY button on your VCR to play the tape.

To record from a TV

4. Select a TV channel to be recorded.

5. Start recording by pressing the

[Start/Stop] button on your DVD Camcorder.

TV

DVD Camcorder

or

VCR

Signal flow

Multi-AV Cable

When Recording (Copying) is Complete:

Press the [(Stop)] button on your DVD Camcorder to stop recording(copying).

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Using a Memory Card (Usable Memory Card) (not supplied)

The Memory Card stores and manages Photo/Moving



images recorded by the DVD Camcorder.

Before inserting or ejecting the Memory Card, set the



[Power] switch to [Off] and open the LCD Screen.

Memory Card Functions

Recording/Viewing Photo/Moving Images.



Protecting Images from accidental erasure (except



Memory Stick Duo/MMC)

The Memory Stick Duo/MMC does not have a Protection



Tab. When using the Memory Stick Duo/MMC, be careful
not to edit or delete data by mistake.

Deleting Photo/Moving Images stored in Memory Card.



Marking Photo Images with Print Information



Formatting Memory Cards



Inserting a Memory Card

1. Open the LCD Screen.

2. Open the Memory Card Cover.

3. Insert the Memory Card.
Please insert the Memory Card with its terminals facing upward.

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4. Insert the Memory Card into the slot until it softly clicks.

5. Close the Memory Card Cover.

Ejecting a Memory Card

1. Open the LCD Screen.

2. Open the Memory Card Cover.

3. Slightly push the Memory Card inwards to pop it out.

4. Pull the Memory Card out of the slot and close the Memory Card Cover.

Terminals

Protection
Tab

Label

<MMC/SD> <Memory Stick/Memory Stick PRO>

Protection
Tab

Adapter

<RS MMC/Mini SD> <Memory Stick Duo>

Memory Stick Duo, RS MMC or Mini SD should be inserted by using an Adapter
(not supplied).

Adapter

Terminals

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Protection
Tab

Adapter

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DCIM

100 SSDVC
DCAM 0001
DCAM 0002

101SSDVC

.

.

.
.

Digital Still Camera Mode

Notes

Do not apply excessive force when you insert/eject the Memory Card.

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Do not turn the power off while recording, loading, erasing photo images or formatting the Memory Card.



Do not place the Memory Card near a strong electro-magnetic device.



Do not allow metal substances to come in contact with the terminals on the Memory Card.



Do not bend, drop or apply strong shock to Memory Card.



After removing the Memory Card from the DVD Camcorder, keep it in a soft case to prevent static shock.



The data stored on the Memory Card may be changed or lost as a result of misuse, static electricity, electric noise or repair.



Save important images separately. Samsung is not responsible for data loss due to misuse.
The DVD Camcorder supports 2GB SD/MMC and lower. SD/MMC above 2GB may not record or play properly.

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16:9 Wide mode is not avaliable in M.Cam Mode and M.Player Mode.



Because wide LCD supports only 4:3 mode. (VP-DC565W(i)/DC565WB(i) only)

Structure of Folders and Files on the Memory Card

The photo images that you recorded are saved in JPEG file



format on the Memory Card.

The moving images that you recorded are saved in MPEG4 file



format on the Memory Card.

Each file has a file number and all files are assigned to a folder.



- A file number from DCAM0001 is sequentially assigned to
each recorded image.

- Each folder is numbered from 100SSDVC and recorded on
the Memory Card.

A file name is stipulated by DCF(Design rule for Camera File system).



DCF is an integrated image file format for digital cameras:Image files
can be used on all digital devices conforming to DCF.

Image Format

Photo Image

Images are compressed in JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format.

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The picture size is 800x600 or 1152x864. page 93



Moving Image

Images are compressed in MPEG4 (Moving Picture Experts Group) format.



The picture size is 720X576.

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<Photo Image> <Moving Image>

000-0000

File number

Folder number

<M.Player Mode>

Digital Still Camera Mode

Selecting the Photo Quality (Photo Quality)

Photo Quality function works in both Player Mode and M.Cam Mode.



You can select the quality of a photo image to be recorded.



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Select the Photo Quality

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [DISC] or [CARD].

2. If the

[Mode] switch is set to [DISC], set the [Power] switch to [ (Player)].

If the [Mode] switch is set to [CARD], set the [Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

3. Press the



[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.

4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Photo Quality>, then press the
[Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select the desired photo quality (Super Fine, Fine
or Normal), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

The icon of the selected option is displayed.

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Number of Images that can be stored on a Memory Card

Quality 128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

<Super Fine> Approx. 600 Approx. 1200 Approx. 2400 Approx. 4960 Approx. 9740

<Fine> Approx. 790 Approx. 1580 Approx. 3150 Approx. 6520 Approx. 12800

<Normal> Approx. 1270 Approx. 2540 Approx. 5070 Approx. 10490 Approx. 20000

The number of images above are based on 800X600 Photo Size.

Notes

You can directly access the Photo Quality function by using the

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The above approximate figures are based on number of images under normal recording conditions.



The number of images shown above are based on normal recording conditions.



Up to 20,000 Photo images (JPEG) can be stored in a memory card.



[QUICK MENU] button.

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6

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M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality
Photo Size
File No.

Move OK Select

M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality

Photo Size
File No.

Move OK Select

►Super Fine
►1152x864
►Series

MENU

Super Fine
Fine
Normal

MENU

790

Exit

Exit

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Selecting the Photo Size (Photo Size)

Photo Size function works only in M.Cam Mode.



You can select the size of a photo image to be recorded.

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1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

4. Move the

5. Move the

[Mode] switch to [CARD].
[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
[Joystick] up or down to select

<Photo Size>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select the desired photo size (1152x864 or

800x600), then press the [Joystick(OK)].

7. To exit, press the

The icon of the selected option is displayed.



[MENU] button.

Notes

You can directly access the Photo Size function by using the



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

The number of images that can be stored on a Memory Card depends on various



[QUICK MENU] button.

conditions.
Photo images that are recorded at 1152X864 on your DVD camcorder, may not



playback properly on other digital devices that do not support this photo size.

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►Memory

Photo Quality
Photo Size
File No.

Move OK Select

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M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality

Photo Size

File No.

Move OK Select

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►Super Fine
►1152x864
►Series

MENU

1152x864
800x600

MENU

600

Exit

Exit

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Setting the File Number (File No.)

File Number setting works only in M.Cam Mode. page 26



File Numbers are given to images in the order they were recorded when they are stored on the Memory Card.



File numbers may be set as follows:



- <Series>: When there are existing files, the new image will be named as the next number in the sequence.

- <Reset>: When there are no files stored on the Memory Card, the file numbering starts from 0001.

1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Press the

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the

6. Move the

[Joystick] up or down to select <File No.>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select the desired option (Series or Reset), then

press the [Joystick(OK)].

The selected option is applied.



7. To exit, press the

[MENU] button.

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M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality
Photo Size
File No.

Move OK Select

6

M.Cam Mode

►Memory

Photo Quality
Photo Size

File No.

Move OK Select

►Super Fine
►1152x864
►Series

MENU

Series
Reset

MENU

Exit

Exit

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Using the Built-In Flash

The Flash function works only in



You can take natural looking flash pictures with appropriate illumination using the built-in flash, whether they are night



M.Cam Mode.

scenes, indoors or in other dark places.

- (Auto): The flash comes on depending on the brightness of the subject. When there is sufficient light, the Auto flash

icon will blink and the flash does not fire.

(Red-eye reduction auto) : The flash prefires automatically before the main firing to reduce red-eye. When there is

-

sufficient light, the Red-eye reduction auto icon will blink and the flash does not fire.

(Flash on): The flash comes on regardless of the brightness of the subject.

-

- (Off): The flash does not fire.

Flash Select

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD].

2. Set the

3. Press the

4.

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[C.NITE/ ] button.

Each time you press the [C.NITE/ ] button,

< (Auto)>, < (Red-eye reduction auto)>,



Warning!

Do not fire the flash with the flash bulb covered with your hand.



Do not fire the flash close to people’s eyes.



Notes

The Auto and Red-eye reduction auto functions are not available while Exposure is in



use.
When Red-eye reduction auto is set, the flash fires 3 times to perform red-eye reduction



during 1.5 seconds.
The Effective flash range is 7~10 feet.



The battery power will be consumed faster with repeated use of the flash.



Public places such as museums may prohibit flash use.

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mode is changed to;

Flash

< (Flash on)> and < (Off)>.

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Taking a Photo Image (JPEG) on a Memory Card

You may take photo images while in M.Cam Mode and store the images on the Memory Card.



You can take photo images using the remote control.



Audio will not be recorded with a photo image onto the Memory Card.



Please check the protection tab setting on your memory card before recording. You may not be able to record when it is set



to lock.

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1. Insert the Memory Card.

2. Set the

3. Set the

4. After framing your subject, fully press the [PHOTO]

Notes






[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

The picture is taken and saved into the Memory Card within a few seconds.



Taking another picture within this interval is not possible.



The <Photo capture> indicator appears during the time it takes to save the image.



Saved photo images will appear slightly larger than what is shown on the LCD screen when
the photos are taken.
Photo images are saved in the Memory Card in an 800x600 or 1152x864 format.
The number of photo images that can be stored depends on the quality of the image.

button to take the picture.

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Viewing Photo Images (JPEG)

This function works only in M.Player Mode.



You can playback and view photo images recorded on the Memory Card.

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1. Set the

2. Set the

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index of photo images appears. If there are no recorded images on



Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

the Memory Card, <No file!> is displayed.

3. Use the

[Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

To display the previous six images, press the [



To display the next six images, press the [







] button.

] button.

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To view a Single Image

1. Use the

2. Use the

[Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)].





[

/

To view the next image: press the [

] buttons to search for the desired photo image.



To view the previous image: press the [



Keep pressing [



Holding the [





] or [





] or [

] buttons will not change the displayed image, but the file



] button.



] button.

] to search for an image quickly.

number will change until the button is released. When the button is released, the selected file will be displayed.

3. To return to thumbnail index, press the

[ (MULTI DISP.)] button.

Notes

Loading time may vary depending on the image size.



Any large sized image taken with another device will be displayed as a thumbnail image.



Digital Still Camera Mode

To view a Slide Show

1. Use the

2. Press the

[Joystick] to select a desired photo image, then press the [Joystick(OK)].



(S.SHOW)] button in the single image display mode.

[

All images will be played back consecutively for 2~3 seconds each.



The <Slide> is displayed. The Slide Show will start from the current picture.





To stop the slide show, press the [



(S.SHOW)] button again.

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1152x864

100-0005

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Protection from accidental Erasure (Protect)

The Protect function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26



You can protect important images from accidental erasure.



If you execute format, all images including protected images will be erased.

1. Set the

2. Set the

[Mode] switch to [CARD].

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index of photo images appears. If there are no recorded images on the



Memory Card, <No file!> is displayed.

3. Use the

[Joystick] to select images to be protected.

4. Press the [MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



5. Move the

6. Move the

7. Move the




[Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <Protect>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

[Joystick] up or down to select <On>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

To exit, press the [MENU] button.
The protection icon ( ) is displayed.

Notes

You can directly access the Protect function by using the [QUICK MENU]. page 27



Protected images will show the ( ) mark when they are displayed.



If the write protection tab on the Memory Card is set to LOCK, you cannot set image



protection.

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Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

Previous Page Next Page

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M.Player Mode

►Memory

Delete

Delete All

Protect

Print Mark
Format

Move OK Select

Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

Previous Page Next Page

Off
On

MENU

Exit

Digital Still Camera Mode

Deleting Photo Images and Moving Images (Delete)

The Delete function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26



You can erase the photo images and moving images recorded on the Memory Card.



If you want to delete protected images, you must first deactivate the image protection.



An image which has been deleted cannot be recovered.



1. Set the

2. Set the

3. Use the

4. Press the

5. Move the

6. Move the

7. Move the

Notes








Protected image cannot be deleted.



[Mode] switch to [CARD].
[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index of photo images appears. If there are no recorded images on the



Memory Card, <No file!> is displayed.

[Joystick] to select an image to be deleted.

[MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



[Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].
[Joystick] up or down to select <Delete>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The <Delete?> message will appear.



[Joystick] left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The selected image will be deleted.



Press the [MENU] button to finish setting.



You can directly access the Delete function by using the

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If an erroneous image file is found on the Memory Card, the message

[QUICK MENU].

Memory card

read error will be displayed. It may be caused by copying images from different digital

devices.
Formatting the Memory Card will delete all the stored images. page 99
To protect important pictures from accidental deletion, activate the image protection.

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6

M.Player Mode

►Memory

Delete

Delete All
Protect
Print Mark
Format

Move OK Select

7

Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

Delete?

Yes No

Previous Page Next Page

MENU

Exit

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Deleting All Images at Once

Steps from 1 to 5 are the same as described in page 97

6. Move the



7. Move the
[Joystick(OK)].

8. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

Notes

You can directly access the Delete All function by using the [QUICK MENU].





Deleting all files using the Delete All menu may take a while.



To delete all files much faster, format the Memory Card after backing up the files onto
other storage device. page 99

[Joystick] up or down to select <Delete All>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

A message <Delete all?> is displayed.

[Joystick] left or right to select <Yes> or <No>, then press the

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M.Player Mode

►Memory

Delete

Delete All

Protect
Print Mark
Format

Move OK Select

7

Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

Delete all?

Yes No

Previous Page Next Page

MENU

Exit

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Formatting the Memory Card (Format)

The Format function works only in M.Player Mode. page 26



You can use the Format functions to completely delete all images and options on the



Memory Card, including protected images.

The Format function restores the Memory Card to its initial state.



Attention

If you execute the Format function, all images will be erased completely and erased



images cannot be recovered.

1. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD].

2. Set the

[Power] switch to [ (Player)].

The thumbnail index of photo images appears. If there are no recorded images on



the Memory Card, <No file!> is displayed.

3. Press the [MENU] button.

The menu list will appear.



4. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Memory>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

5. Move the [Joystick] up or down to select <Format>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The <Format? All files will be deleted!> message will appear.



6. Move the [Joystick] to the left or right to select <Yes>, then press the [Joystick(OK)].

The <Complete!> message will appear when formatting is completed.



7. To exit, press the [MENU] button.

Notes

You can directly access the Format function by using the [QUICK MENU].page 27



If you execute the Format function, all photo/moving images will be erased completely



and erased photo/moving images cannot be recovered.
Formatting the Memory Card using a different device will cause Memory Card read errors.



Do not turn the power off in the middle of the formatting.



A Memory Card with the protection tab set to save will not be formatted. page 87



Do not format the Memory Card on a PC. A Not formatted! message may appear if a Memory Card formatted on a PC is



inserted.

4

M.Player Mode

►Memory

Delete
Delete All
Protect
Print Mark
Format

Move OK Select

5

M.Player Mode

►Memory

Delete
Delete All
Protect
Print Mark

Format

Move OK Select

6

Photo

100-0001 [1/10]

Format?
All files will be deleted!

Yes No

Previous Page Next Page

►Off
►All Off

MENU

MENU

Exit

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Digital Still Camera Mode

Recording Moving Images (MPEG) on a Memory Card

You can record moving images while in M.Cam Mode. page 26



You can record moving images with audio on the Memory Card.



The screen format of the moving image to be recorded is 720X576.



Saving Moving Images onto a Memory Card

1. Insert the Memory Card.

2. Set the [Mode] switch to [CARD].

3. Set the

4. Press the

[Power] switch to [ (Camera)].

[Start/Stop] button, the moving images are recorded on a Memory Card in

MPEG4.

You can record a photo image on Memory Card by pressing the [PHOTO] button instead



of the [Start/Stop] button. page 93

5. Press the [Start/Stop] button to stop the recording.

Recording time available on a Memory Card

Moving Image Approx. 8min Approx. 16min Approx. 32min Approx. 64min Approx. 120min

128MB 256MB 512MB 1GB 2GB

Notes

The DVD Camcorder supports memory cards ranging up to 2GB.



Recording time is limited to one minute if 16MB memory card (or less) is used.



Moving images that you recorded are saved in *.avi (avi 1.0) file format on the Memory Card.



The moving images on a Memory Card are a smaller size and lower definition than images



on Disc.
The sound is recorded in stereo.



The following functions are not allowed in M.Cam Mode: DIS, Digital Zoom, Fade, Program AE, Digital Effect, Color Nite.



While recording on a Memory Card, don’t insert or eject the disc as it may record noise.



While recording on a Memory Card, don’t eject the Memory Card or it may break the data on the Memory Card or Memory



Card itself.
Turning the power off while accessing the Memory Card may damage the data stored on the Memory Card.

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